A 29-year-old woman, Comfort Hajia Anura, has lost her life following an alleged attack by a mentally unstable man in Benue State.
The tragic incident reportedly occurred in January 2026 in Naka, the headquarters of Gwer-West Local Government Area. According to a Facebook post shared on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, by Ado Benjamin, the suspect attacked Comfort with a large stick, inflicting severe injuries.
Sources say the situation quickly escalated, and the alleged attacker was killed at the scene shortly after the assault. Details surrounding how the suspect was subdued remain unclear, as authorities have yet to release an official statement on the circumstances of his death.
The incident has left residents of Naka and surrounding communities in shock, with many expressing grief over the sudden loss of the young woman. Community members described Comfort as vibrant and full of promise, making her death even more painful for family and friends.
Comfort Hajia Anura will be laid to rest on March 7, 2026, in her hometown of Tse-Ashwe, Mbabija, Mbachohon, in Gwer-West Local Government Area of Benue State. Preparations for her burial are already underway, as loved ones gather to mourn and celebrate her life.
The tragedy has also sparked renewed conversations about mental health awareness and public safety, particularly in rural communities where access to mental health support services remains limited.
Authorities are expected to provide further clarification as investigations into the incident continue.
